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Mary Singleton Obituary
Mary Lucille Sampson Singleton was born on September 6, 1917 in Bokoshe, OK, and died on November 18, 2010 in San Antonio, TX. She spent her early life in Fort Smith and El Dorado, AR, and moved to San Antonio in 1946. Mary was a member of Beacon Hill Presbyterian Church for over 60 years and was elected to be one of the first female Elders in the Presbyterian Church in Texas. She was active in several organizations, including Friends of Hospice San Antonio. Mary worked for several years at USAA, both at the Broadway and current locations. She also achieved a reputation as an excellent cook, often giving cooking classes and being featured in newspaper articles, after having managed the kitchen for her son-in-law's catering organization, Don Strange of Texas. Mary was an avid bridge player, casino patron and San Antonio Spurs fan. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Ben A. Singleton, Sr.; a daughter, Mary Ann Singleton and her son-in-law, Don Strange. Mary is survived by her children, Frances Strange of San Antonio, Nancy (Richard) Tarrillion of San Antonio and Ben (Barbara) Singleton, Jr. of Fair Oaks Ranch; nine grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be held on Tuesday, November 23, 2010 beginning at noon to spread her ashes at Don Strange Ranch.
MEMORIAL SERVICE
TUESDAY
NOVEMBER 23, 2010
2:00 P.M.
DON STRANGE RANCH
103 WARING WELFARE RD
BOERNE, TX 78006
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 950 Isom Rd. San Antonio, TX 78216.
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Pam Power
November 22, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss of such a special lady, mom,and grandmother. I think we all thought she was invincible. She was always so upbeat, and pleasant. Her gracious smile will always be remembered. Love to the whole family.
Pam Kline Power
Sergio Rodriguez
November 21, 2010
It's a lost for us here on hearth but the heavens are the winners with such a great lady,mary was such a woderfull person with so much love,she will allways have a special placw in my hearth ,she will allways be missed but we will see her sometime latersto the family be strong ,she had a great life and the patience to teach me so much
love you so much Mary
Sergio Rodriguez
Brenda Fine
November 21, 2010
As grandmother to my children and former mother-in-law to me, Mary (Gaga) Singleton was truly one of the world's special people. She was always upbeat and loved life and all those who shared hers. She will truly be missed.
November 21, 2010
To the family of Mary Singleton, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Mary at USAA, she was always very thoughful and kind. My prayers are with your family at this time.
Mary Walsh- San Antonio
November 21, 2010
Dear Frances and family, My sister Keyna and I would like extend our sorrow of Mary's passing. She was a great lady, we both enjoyed the visits we had with her several times. Please know your family is in our prayers.God Bless, Roxy L.Bayer and Keyna L.Bayer Johnson.
Bubba Goodin
November 21, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. I'll always remember Mary's kind smile and generous nature.
She lives on forever in our hearts.
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